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We are very honored to have @KavliPrize winner @ProfSaraSeager as our first guest on National Champion Radio!

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The truth about eggs and PFAS: It's not just the yolks! Egg whites are full of PFAS because they bind with albumin. Free-range and cage-free chickens ingest PFAS from contaminated soil and worms, passing it to their eggs. #PFAS #HealthTips #FoodSafety

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Capitalism on crack: money and politics are out of control. Now, we're letting the wrong people run the country, fueling culture wars with hate as a diversion from other critical issues. #Politics #Capitalism #CultureWars

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President Trump has stated he doesn't need international law. He believes this approach allows actions his predecessors, bound by international institutions, might not have taken, such as attacking Iraq or Iran. #InternationalLaw #Politics #USPolicy

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A politician's outdated coal comments reveal a disconnect with West Virginia's realities – the dangers of mining, the pain, and the need for better energy policies. #EnergyPolicy #Politics #Sustainability

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PFAS chemicals are everywhere, from lawn fertilizers to pesticides. People are learning about these harmful substances and are saying NO to them in their lives and bodies. Communities worldwide are grappling with this global problem. #PFAS #Chemicals #Health

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An emergency justification for massive force against Iran hasn't been made. While Iran is a long-standing problem, an emergency needs to be proven quickly to the public and Congress, especially considering the global economic impact. #Geopolitics #Iran #InternationalRelations

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The US hasn't declared war since WWII, a stark contrast to historical standoffs. With complex regional dynamics and past reluctance to join global conflicts, understanding current foreign policy is murky. #ForeignPolicy #USHistory #Geopolitics

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Workers faced horrific conditions and serious illnesses like kidney cancer, with companies offering hushed-up home dialysis instead of proper care. This abuse highlights a disturbing pattern where employee health is sacrificed. #WorkplaceAbuse #HealthConcerns

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Corporations exploit loopholes like 'de minimis exemptions' to avoid reporting the use of chemicals like PTFE, made by Chemours. This practice allows them to use up to 100 lbs annually without disclosure, despite data showing significant environmental damage. #PFAS #Environment

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Iran's regime violently suppressed protests in January, with militias and the Revolutionary Guard opening fire on civilians. Estimates of those killed range from 8,000 to 50,000, a chilling reality captured in disturbing footage. #IranProtests #HumanRights

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Many believe the US acts as an imperial power. While past administrations disguised this with 'humanitarian language' like promoting democracy, Trump is more open about it being about power and obliterating enemies. #USForeignPolicy #Geopolitics #PowerDynamics

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Our state's environmental policy has stalled. Polluters avoid blood tests and halt production. We're remediating water while they continue polluting, releasing dangerous particulates into the air, soil, and groundwater. #EnvironmentalPolicy #Pollution #StalledProgress

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Autism and ADHD are linked to PFAS exposure, a persistent chemical found in everyday items. Banning PFAS could significantly improve neurodevelopmental and reproductive health, and even impact climate change by reducing ozone depletion. #PFAS #Health #Environment

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The dehumanization of war: Some leaders reportedly view conflict through 'sizzle reels' of missile strikes, detached from the reality of lives lost and risks taken. #Warfare #Geopolitics

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International negotiation isn't just between world leaders; it's also between influential dealmakers. Figures like Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner might understand figures like Mohammed bin Salman or Benjamin Netanyahu on a different level. #Negotiation #BusinessDeals

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Firefighting foam and gear are loaded with toxic PFAS chemicals. These are absorbed through the skin, contributing to alarmingly high rates of cancer in firefighters at very young ages, like prostate and breast cancer. #PFAS #HealthRisks #FirefighterSafety

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Teflon pans emit harmful fumes that are absorbed by your body and can't be excreted. Even microwave popcorn wrappers are coated in PFAS, a type of 'forever chemical' that can lead to toxic buildup in your organs. #HealthTips #Teflon #PFAS

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American foreign policy has often been hypocritical, yet some actions against Iran were avoided due to constraints. Previous administrations also found Iran intolerable but chose not to act. #ForeignPolicy #Geopolitics #InternationalRelations

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Conspiracy theories are fun, but don't underestimate incompetence. No plan to evacuate Americans from the Middle East? That's a prime example of things looking like a conspiracy, when it really could be just incompetence.#Politics #Incompetence #UnintendedConsequences

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Taking Kharg Island could be tougher than expected, even for the US. Securing the Strait of Hormuz presents a greater challenge, requiring control of Iranian territory and a robust perimeter against direct threats. #Geopolitics #MiddleEast